1994 BMW 740 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1994 BMW 740 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 740 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 740 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 740 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 BMW 740 (400 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1994 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 740 | DS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3140 mm |
